# Car-Disguised Storage Units The Chevy Truck Shelf from Retro Planet Resembles the Rugged Vehicle By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-06-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chevy-truck References: [retroplanet](http://www.retroplanet.com/PROD/26504?Category_code=Funky_Stuff&CatListingOffset=) & [retroplanet](http://www.retroplanet.com/PROD) This [Chevy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-land-rover-defender-90) Truck wall shelf from [Retro Planet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-blaze-charcoal-grill) is modeled after the vehicle's rear end. Built to resemble the car manufacturer's 1976 model, the storage unit is a great addition to a kid's room, man cave or car collector's garage. The hanging wall shelf is displayed in a bold red finish and boasts the letters [Chevrolet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1970-chevrolet) on its tailgate. The tailgate can be opened to reveal another display shelf and is closed with a magnetic snap. Whether purchased as a gift or a car lover's dream decor accent, this Chevy Truck wall shelf is a guaranteed conversation piece. The home accessory is made out of resin materials and features a tempered glass top and wall hooks that allow for easy hanging. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Car-inspired Home Accessories:** Opportunity for businesses to create unique and conversation-starting home decor items inspired by iconic vehicles. - **Retro-styled Storage Units:** Potential for companies to design storage units with a vintage aesthetic, catering to nostalgia-driven consumer preferences. - **Functional Decorative Shelving:** Innovation opportunities in creating multi-purpose shelving units that serve as both storage and decorative elements. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for companies in the home decor industry to expand their product range with car-themed accessories. - **Furniture:** Disruptive innovation potential for furniture manufacturers to incorporate unique and unconventional storage designs into their offerings. - **Gifts & Collectibles:** Opportunity for businesses in the gifts and collectibles industry to tap into the market of car enthusiasts with unique car-inspired storage units. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aftermarket Truck Taillight Drawers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-sheep-rear-light-drawers.md) - [Low-Profile Car Storage Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thule-arcos.md) - [Truck Bed Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truck-bed-storage-system.md) - [Discreet Folding Shelf Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-shelf.md) - [Dedicated Tailgating Truck Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cache-co-basecamp-system-20.md) - [Gear-Organizing Truck Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartcap-modular-truck-topper-system.md) - [Saddle-Style Vehicle Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daylodge-workspace.md) - [Travel Trunk-Inspired Shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-cabinet-of-curiosities-by-marc-newson.md) - [Pickup Truck Console Fridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/center-console-fridge.md)